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When completed, Cincinnati's 660-foot Great American Tower will become the city's tallest skyscraper. Developer Western & Southern Financial Group expects to complete the $322 million tower in 2011. It has secured financing to cover $318 million of the cost. Meanwhile, Great American Insurance Group has committed to leasing 67% of the building.

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When completed, Cincinnati's 660-foot Great American Tower will become the city's tallest skyscraper. Developer Western & Southern Financial Group expects to complete the $322 million tower in 2011. It has secured financing to cover $318 million of the cost. Meanwhile, Great American Insurance Group has committed to leasing 67% of the building.

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Early this week, workers poured the foundation for what will become Cincinnati's tallest skyscraper. It was the area's largest continuous pour. Eagle Realty Group is developing the $322 million Great American Insurance Building, which will have a crown modeled on a tiara worn by Princess Diana when it is completed. The developer hopes to finish the building in 2011.